4 Nostalgic and affordable Cassette Players worth buying in 2021.
In the age of digital streaming, it can be hard to imagine a time before Spotify, Apple Music and the 2021 playlists boom. But music lovers rejoiced when they found out that cassette tapes were back in style! Whether you're looking for an old school gadget to kick off your new Chalkpit Cassette Club collection or something to just play your parents old tapes, there are plenty of options for cassette players available today.
Cassette tapes and cassette players are seeing a resurgence in 2021 and its a positive move for music fans globally, getting your hands on a vintage model will give you a real sense of nostalgia over a modern option.
Why not check out the Chalkpit Cassette Club Store where we sell great condition, working portable cassette players.
Here's a list highlighting some nostalgic models still worth checking out.
1.) Omega Shuttle Boy-2 - Stereo Cassette Player
This cassette player is perfect for listening to music on the go because of its portable and sleek design - It simple and easy to use featured makes it the perfect cassette player for beginners.
2.) ALBA - Bass Booster - Stereo Cassette Player
This portable cassette player was a hit when it first came out due to all of the features that were packed into such an affordable model including dual speed auto reverse capabilities, bass boosting EQ settings. If you want a player that has more adaptable settings this ALBA bass booster is in great condition and at an affordable price.
3.) OMEGA - Whisper-2 - AM/FM Stereo Cassette Player
The Omega Whisper 2 is a versatile cassette player which boasts AM/FM Radio, Auto Stop System and a built in speaker to allow you to play records out loud. This stylish design from Omega makes for a real eye catching stereo cassette player.
4.) Aiwa - GS352 - Stereo Cassette Player
Aiwa was once a globally well-regarded brand known for making quality audio products such as speakers, boomboxes and stereo systems. Aiwa created the first Japanese cassette tape recorder in 1964. The GS352 Model included bass boosting and EQ features and Dolby Noise Reduction Technology.
When looking at these retro cassette players, I think it’s really interesting how they worked without having complex computer chips or batteries: just good old fashioned electricity from 2 AA battery. Cassette tapes and cassette players are seeing a resurgence in 2021 and its a positive move for music fans globally, getting your hands on a vintage model will give you a real sense of nostalgia over a modern option. So when looking for a player make sure you browse our shop to find a player with real character.
Will cassette tapes continue to see the level of interest as 2019 and 2020...only time will tell but we are thrilled to be part of the movement.